Sonoscape S20 Plus User Manual

14 Probes and Biopsy
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■ Sterilization
If the probe cable contacts with any blood or body uid you should sterilize it. For details, refer to the information
about probe sterilization.
14.1.6 Storage and Transportation
You should store or transport the probe in accordance with Appendix A Specications.
■ To Store the Probe
Follow the following items to store the probe.
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Store the probe in a probe holder or specic package when not in use.
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Ensure the probe holder is clean before storing it.
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To avoid contaminating the package, disinfect or sterilize the probe before storing it or store it in a disposable
probe package.
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Do not expose it to direct sunlight or sudden environmental temperature changes.
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Store the probe alone to avoid any impact on the probe head.
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Carefully wind the probe cable.
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Dry the probe before storing it.
■ To Transport the Probe
Perform the following steps to transport the probe.
1. Clean and disinfect the probe before transportation.
2. Place the probe fully into the carrying case and carefully wind the cable.
3. Close the cover of the carrying case.
4. Pack the carrying case with sponge and place it in a carton.
14.2 Biopsy
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Only use the biopsy bracket in conjunction with the probe provided by the manufacturer. Otherwise, the system
and probe may be damaged, an accident such as a re may result in the worst case.
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Only trained physicians or sonographers under ultrasound guidance can handle the biopsy needle guides.
During operation, the operator must observe the proper needle insertion sequencing with the needle guide in
order to avoid undue discomfort and unnecessary risk and injury to the patient.
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The biopsy guidelines that display on the monitor are intended as a reference. It is the operator’s responsibility
to verify the correct positioning of the needle during a biopsy.
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Do not use a needle guide if the path of the needle is not accurately indicated by the on-screen guidelines. The
path of the needle must be displayed within the guidelines. Contact the manufacturer or the local distributer if
the needle path is not accurately indicated.
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Do not freeze an image when performing a biopsy.
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To avoid hurting the patient accidentally, the operator should be highly focused during a biopsy.
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You should activate the biopsy guidelines before performing a biopsy.
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The biopsy needle is disposable.
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To avoid infection, disinfect the probe and cover it with the probe sheath when performing a biopsy.
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To avoid possible personnel injury, the operator should perform the biopsy using an appropriate biopsy bracket.

Sonoscape S20 Plus Specifications

General

Brand	Sonoscape
Model	S20 Plus
Category	Medical Equipment
Language	English